About the Opportunities:

Are you an educator who values teamwork, growth and genuine support?

At John Paul College Early Learning Centre, you’ll be part of a caring, high-quality program led by a leadership team who truly value and support their staff.

We’re seeking passionate Educators to join our friendly team. We currently have casual employment opportunities available, and we’re happy to work with your availability, to suit your circumstances.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At John Paul College Early Learning Centre (ELC), our Educators enjoy a supportive and rewarding work environment where your efforts are valued and recognised.

We offer above-Award casual pay rates, inclusive of 25% casual loading, based on your qualifications and experience:

• Certificate III Educators – $38.51 per hour
• Diploma Qualified Educators – $40.66 per hour
• You’ll also receive generous superannuation of 12.75%.

As part of our team, you will enjoy:

• A two-week closure at Christmas
• Access to College fitness & pool facilities
• Corporate discounts with partners such as Mazda, Medibank and Commonwealth Bank
• A friendly, experienced and well-respected team of educators

Our ELC is known for its strong and supportive leadership under Head of Early Education, Mrs Leanne Zammit, who is highly regarded for her professionalism, care and genuine focus on staff wellbeing.

About The Roles:

You will play an important part in providing a safe, engaging and nurturing environment where every child can grow and thrive.

As part of our ELC team, our Educators:

• Help develop and deliver a high-quality, inclusive educational program
• Build trusting, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Work collaboratively as part of a passionate, professional team
• Contribute to a caring, supportive and respectful workplace culture
• Take part in ongoing professional and personal development
• Promote the College within the local community and uphold our vision, mission and values

We are a long day care service, and we work together to provide consistent, high-quality experiences for children throughout the day. We offer flexibility for educators who are looking for casual and varied hours while being part of a supportive and collaborative team.

About You:

You are an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated educator who enjoys creating meaningful learning experiences for young children.

What you’ll bring:

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Great communication and relationship-building skills
• A caring, positive attitude and genuine love for working with young children
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for learning and growing with your team

Highly Valued but not essential:

• Previous experience working in Early Childhood Education
• Knowledge of the Reggio Emilia philosophy and its application in early learning
• Commitment to the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards

Join a Team that Values You:

Our Educators often say that what makes John Paul College ELC special is the genuine care, consistency and support they receive from leadership and colleagues.

You’ll be joining a team that celebrates success, encourages growth and truly loves what they do.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the early years, we’d love to hear from you.

Please include the following in your application:

• A cover letter addressed to Lisa O’Neill – Recruitment Officer, outlining why you’d love to join the JPC ELC team
• Your current resume, including qualifications and experience
• The names and contact details of two professional referees

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

John Paul College is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The College reserves its right to interview and offer this role prior to the closing date of this advertisement. If you are interested in joining John Paul College, please do not hesitate in applying.

John Paul College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We embed child safety into everything we do, including how we recruit and support our people. All successful candidates will be required to hold a current Blue Card prior to commencing employment.